On September 23, 2022, Ohio House Bill 193 becomes effective. This law requires that a prescriber issue an electronic prescription when prescribing a Schedule II controlled substance. However, the bill also allows several exemptions for the issuance of a written prescription in various circumstances. The Ohio Board of Pharmacy developed a frequently asked questions (FAQ) to assist with understanding and compliance with the new law. Click here to download the FAQ document (updated July 21).